Padang Lawas Postal Codes, Sumatera Utara Indonesia

Postal codes for Padang Lawas range from 22742 to 22776 in Sumatera Utara, Indonesia. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Padang Lawas, choose from the districts listed below.

Districts in Padang Lawas

Padang Lawas on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Padang Lawas regencies in Indonesia. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Padang Lawas

Key Facts

Padang Lawas is a regency (kabupaten) located in the North Sumatra province of Indonesia, situated in the central-eastern part of the island of Sumatra. This administrative region covers an area of approximately 3,892 square kilometers and has a population of around 260,000 people according to recent estimates. The regency is characterized by its diverse topography that includes lowland areas, hills, and parts of the Barisan Mountain range, creating varied ecosystems from agricultural lands to forested regions. Padang Lawas is administratively divided into 12 districts (kecamatan), which are further subdivided into numerous villages, reflecting its organized local governance structure. The region's name, which translates to 'extensive fields' in the local language, reflects its historical significance as an area with ancient temple complexes and cultural heritage sites dating back to the Buddhist kingdom era. As an important administrative division within North Sumatra, Padang Lawas serves as a hub for accessing comprehensive postal code information and delivery services for all its constituent districts and villages.

Neighboring Regions

* Mandailing Natal

* Tapanuli Selatan

* Tapanuli Tengah

* Labuhanbatu

* Labuhanbatu Utara

* Labuhanbatu Selatan